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Byer Allagash Aluminum Cot
$49.95
Item qualifies for annual
REI Member Refund (typically 10%)
Based on the time-proven design of the original wood-frame Byer Allagash cot, this aluminum version offers the same popular features, and it's wider!
- Aluminum frame is lighter than the wood version, yet it's 5 in. wider and provides the same 250 lb. capacity
- Allagash design is comfortable and easily made portable; its length fits most family tents and the four spring steel legs are tent friendly
- Steel legs offer both strength and flexibility, allowing the cot to conform to your body for a great night's sleep
- Cot folds down in center for storage; legs become a handle for carrying when stored in sleeve and attached with rip-and-stick straps (included)
- Heavy-duty polyester cover is both mildew- and slide-resistant; cleans up with soap and water
Imported.
Item 772536
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Byer Allagash Aluminum Cot Specs
Specification | Description |
| Weight | 7 lbs. 8 oz. |
| Material | Polyester |
| Construction | Aluminum |
| Folded dimensions | (L x W x D) 38.5 x 6.5 x 2.5 inches |
| Unfolded dimensions | (L x W x H) 76 x 30 x 8 inches |
| Capacity | 250 pounds |
Byer Allagash Aluminum Cot Customer Reviews
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by PowerReviewsPros
- Compact (11)
- Easy to pack (9)
- Lightweight (8)
- Comfortable (6)
- Durable (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Campgrounds (10)
- Road trips (5)
- River trips (4)
- Day trips (3)
- Survival (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual adventurer (11), Avid adventurer (5)
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort driven (9), Minimalist (4)
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Comments about Byer Allagash Aluminum Cot:
Byer made a great cot with the wooden railed version for many years. It was available in two different lengths and two different widths. I still own several of these great cots and consider them among the most comfortable I've ever tried. When I needed a new cot I was disappointed to find out that the wooden rail had been replaced with aluminum. I purchased one of the aluminum railed versions anyway, and before it was even used the four black plastic caps in the ends of the rails had fallen out and needed to be pop riveted to hold them in place. The spring steel legs have way more tension than the original cot's legs. They are very difficult to install.
Three months ago, I sent an e-mail to Byer, expressing my dissatisfaction with the new version of this product. I've yet to hear back from them. A response must be difficult when the new version of a product is not as good as the old.
I'll be looking at Byer's competition's product the next time I need a cot.
Pros
- Compact
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Campgrounds
Comments about Byer Allagash Aluminum Cot:
This cot is lightweight and compact. I find it difficult to install and remove the springy metal legs; my wife doesn't even try. The fabric on ours sags somewhat in the middle after 10 or 15 nights of use, and for some reason the shape of the cot is somewhat twisted. We also use the Byers Maine Military cot, which is easier to put together and much more solid than this cot.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
Pros
- Low Profile
Cons
- Sags
Best Uses
Comments about Byer Allagash Aluminum Cot:
This product is a good idea especially for the smaller tents. Unfortunately just after one use the fabric is imprinted by your body and does not hold up to much weight (I weigh 170lbs). Specifically, the location of your booty on the cot while in a prone position is also the location on the cot where the least amount of support exist (between the upper and lower rails). Once the indention is made there is little support for the lower back while sleeping.
- Gift:
- No
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
Pros
- Comfortable
- Compact
- Easy to pack
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Campgrounds
- Day Trips
- River Trips
- Road Trips
Comments about Byer Allagash Aluminum Cot:
This is the second cot I have owned, and I was thoroughly impressed. The cot was easy to set up and I had no problems inserting the legs. Overall comfort = excellent. I liked the compactness of the cot; it didn't take up too much room in my tent. The cot folds up nicely for storage. My only reservation is that the cot material seems kind of flimsy.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Byer Allagash Aluminum Cot:
This cot is hard to set up and take down. I recommend the Camp Time Roll-A-Cot. The Camp Time Roll-A-Cot costs twice as much and is twice as comfortable. I am 6' and weigh 230 lbs. Spend the money and buy the Roll-A-Cot. I spend about 30 nights a year camping.
- Gift:
- No
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
Pros
- Compact
- Easy to pack
Cons
Best Uses
- Campgrounds
- Car Camping
Comments about Byer Allagash Aluminum Cot:
My husband and I bought a pair after I told him I'd never go camping with him again if it meant sleeping on the ground.
The first use was fabulous. By the second, the fabric between the center supports had stretched. If you are the right height so your rear hits right in the middle, the taut canvas feels like a metal bar in your back.
Last trip we both scooted down so our backsides were below the center, and things were comfortable again.
As for setting up, the first couple of times the metal tension bars were so stiff that it was impossible for me (a woman) to assemble the things without breaking into a sweat.
After a couple of uses, it has become easier. I also learned through trial and error that it is easier by far if you put in the bars on either end first, then the center supports.
- Gift:
- No
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
Pros
- Compact
Cons
- Difficult to set up
- Uncomfortable
Best Uses
Comments about Byer Allagash Aluminum Cot:
Used this for truck camping last year. It was very hard to set up and the middle brace dug into my back. Took it back to REI for a refund.
- Gift:
- No
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
- Cheap and flimsy
- Impractical cover
- Too difficult to assemble
Best Uses
- Campgrounds
- Day Trips
Comments about Byer Allagash Aluminum Cot:
I am a Girl Scout leader and took 5 of these cots to the woods for the adults. It was impossible to set them up without about 4 strong people working simultaneously. They are made out of really cheap materials.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
Pros
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy to pack
- Lightweight
Cons
- Slightly twisted
Best Uses
- Backcountry Camping
- Day Trips
- Road Trips
- Survival
Comments about Byer Allagash Aluminum Cot:
I bought this last summer to use with my coleman 2 man 3 season tent. I hate sleeping on the ground. I highly recommend using a self inflating mattress like the Therma Rest sleeping pad with this cot. This is a very lightwieght air mattress and will eliminate all of the complaints listed by others of the bar in the back or sagging middle feeling. It also makes this little cot provide a very comfortable nights sleep. It is the perfect solution to backpack camping since it is lightweight and easy to pack. I have a larger self inflating mattress which I tried, but it was too large for this cot. Buy it and you won't regret it. I am 5'10" 200lbs., and I sleep great with this set up.
- Gift:
- No
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
Pros
- Comfortable
- Compact
- Easy to pack
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Campgrounds
- Road Trips
- Survival
Comments about Byer Allagash Aluminum Cot:
All things considered (price, use, context) this cot works very well and rolls up compact. Most importantly it's comfortable.
Add a sleeping pad and this thing is very comfortable. Light years ahead of a pad or air mattress.
It allows you to sit up in your tent and throw things underneath like clothes and yet it's low to the ground. Two uses in the past couple of weeks and it has worked very well.
I can see how people say it's difficult to set up but it's just leverage and/or arm strength. If it's a hassle, get another person to hold the frame while the other puts the leg in place with two hands.
Side benefit is it could be used for an extra bed in a pinch at home, emergency use or kid sleep overs, etc.
- Gift:
- No
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
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